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Looking for a Japanese futon bed and came across this bed. Any experience? Is it comfy?
We got a small futon about 5 years ago from ikea. It is 65 inches long, and the seat depth and back height is roughly 18.5 inches each, so when mattress is flat it's roughly 37x65. This seems to be a strange small size and I can't find anything online close to it.
We want to put a cover on it now but it seems impossible!
Hy i came across this japanese style futon bed as i was searching for a new bed, since i sleep very good on a futon bed. Does anyone have any experience with this bed and matras i was thinking of putting the tatami mats under the matras that way it is even more comfy. Does anyone know what the ikea variant is called so i can do some research? Thanks!
I'm looking for a sturdy king-size (or close) sofa bed with strong support when unfolded. Most models I've seen have flimsy metal legs or an unsupported section underneath, which feels unstable. I want something solid that can handle movement without risk of breaking.
I considered the IKEA Friheten, but it lacks full support on one side, and reviews mention sagging and discomfort from the wooden frame. Many IKEA sofa beds seem to have durability issues, which is disappointing since I’ve had good experiences with their beds and mattresses.
Ideally, I want a sofa bed that unfolds as one solid piece. Something like a modular design where rectangular sections simply extend into a bed. This would provide even support without empty gaps underneath, and I could add a mattress topper for extra firmness. It also needs to be comfortable in sofa form since I’ll be using it to watch TV and play PS5 in the bedroom.
Murphy beds aren’t an option due to ceiling height, and folding mattresses aren’t practical for storage or aesthetics.
Key requirements:
Sturdy and well-supported in bed form
King-size or close when unfolded
Comfortable and firm (I’m open to adding a mattress topper)
Works well as a sofa for watching TV and gaming
Budget: ~£600 new or ~£300 used